BISTRO
2146 OVERSEAS HWY, Marathon FL 33050 · 305-289-2100
Last inspected May 15, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cheese in walk-in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter pats 71F
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling tile missing in dry storage
Food stored on floor in walk-in cooler
Jan 5, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. The can opener blade is soiled, the slicer and blade are soiled.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna wanton is not identified as raw on bar menu
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
- From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
Oct 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over cooked chicken wings in the walk-in cooler
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw fish in the walk-in cooler
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chafing dish gas canister over food prep /single service storage table. removed the canister from area
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. The can opener blade is soiled, the slicer and blade are soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mats stacked in front of handwashing sink
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna wanton is not identified as raw on bar menu
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. In the walk-in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At front service area
Single-service articles improperly stored on the floor
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw lobster stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food, hot peppers in walk-in cooler. Raw fish over dressing and cooked shrimp in the walk-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In the walk-in cooler, Observed 4 pieces of raw tuna thawed in ROP packaging that states removed from packaging.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee basket in the handwashing sink in the kitchen.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean containers and utensils stored on the floor in dry storage area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Single-service articles, pizza boxes, take out containers improperly stored on the floor
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. in the walk-in pool, I observed ROP draw tuna at 42° F and unopened vacuum packaging stop sale issued
Oct 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. The pool bar is being remodeled and has a new glass machine. The triple sink was removed, and also they have removed 1 of the handwashing sinks from the bar. Also the ice machine marked on plans as "not for human consumption " is now planned to be used for ice for the pool bar.no remodel plans were submitted.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Temperature gauge on high temp machine.
Aug 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walking cooler raw beef over cooked
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.can opener blade is soiled.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. The pool bar is being remodeled and has a new glass machine. The triple sink was removed, and also they have removed 1 of the handwashing sinks from the bar. Also the ice machine marked on plans as "not for human consumption " is now planned to be used for ice for the pool bar.no remodel plans were submitted.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Temperature gauge on high temp machine.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The pool bar handwashing sink is not connected to drain line or water connection.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.in walk-in cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
The dishroom Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, due to bucket and mop in front of sink
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. High temp gauge reading 0 F
Oil stored on floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored on the floor,
Wood serving boards are cracked. food-contact surface not properly sealed.
Oct 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
Raw chicken stored over raw beef, in the walk-in cooler. Raw animal food not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blender in front of handwash sink
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at pool bar. At front counter at restaurant handwashing sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice in dry storage room
Single-service articles improperly stored.plastic lids for take out containers, pizza boxes stored on the floor in dry storage
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.